Cruise Control Switch: Description and Operation

Fig. 3 Cruise Control Release Switch & Stop Lamp Switch Assemblies:

DESCRIPTION
The release switch and stop lamp switch cannot be adjusted until after the brake booster pushrod is assembled to brake pedal assembly. Refer to Fig. 3 when performing this procedure.

OPERATION
1. Depress brake pedal and insert release switch and stop lamp switch assembly into retainers until fully seated.
2. Slowly release brake pedal back to its original position. Release switch and stop lamp switch assemblies will move within retainers to their adjusted position.
3. The following brake pedal travel distances can be used to check for properly adjusted release switch and stop lamp switch assemblies:
a. Release switch and stop lamp switch assemblies contacts must be open at 1/8-1/2 inch brake pedal travel, measured at centerline of brake pedal pad.
b. Nominal actuation of stop lamp switch contacts is about 3/16 inch after cruise switch control contacts close.